Four Dead, Over 9.6M Join 2026 Black Nazarene Feast
Four devotees died during the massive 2026 Feast of the Black Nazarene in Manila, which saw over 9.6 million participants. Read the full report and join us in prayer for the casualties.
Four devotees died during the massive 2026 Feast of the Black Nazarene in Manila, which saw over 9.6 million participants. Read the full report and join us in prayer for the casualties.
Iloilo City starts 2026 with twin international awards: the Asean Clean Tourist City and UNEP Role Model City for ecosystem restoration. Discover how the city achieved this.
Cebu faces a massive tourism influx with 300,000+ arrivals expected in January 2026, pushing hotels to 80-100% occupancy. Discover how the province is managing the surge and its resilient recovery from recent disasters.
Davao City begins processing business permit and tourism certificate renewals for 2026. Deadline is January 31. Learn locations and requirements here.
Cebu expects over 300,000 tourists this January, pushing hotels to near 100% occupancy before Sinulog peaks. Officials monitor pricing and logistics amid the surge. Read more.
Forbes highlights the rise of 'glomads' in 2026, tech-savvy travelers using AI for itineraries and translation. Discover the pros and cons of high-tech travel.
Cebu's Balik Cebu 2026 program launches with a scaled-back opening to honor flood and earthquake victims. The initiative offers 'Sinulog survival kits' and safe viewing areas, highlighting faith and recovery. Discover how Cebu welcomes balikbayans.
DOT 7 projects over 300,000 visitors in Cebu this January, fueled by Sinulog 2026, extended holidays, and the ASEAN Tourism Forum. Discover the full story and travel insights.
As we enter 2026, we reflect on 2025's key lessons for the Philippines: fighting corruption, valuing principled leadership, and investing in heritage tourism for a resilient future.
After 14 years, the Blaan and Manobo communities in Davao Occidental celebrate the approval of their CADTs, securing 123,094 hectares of ancestral land and waters for future generations. Read about this landmark victory for indigenous rights.
A seasoned tarot reader unveils the energetic forecast for 2026, highlighting themes of change, community, and self-discovery for the Philippines. Discover what the cards predict.
Vietnam Airlines launches thrice-weekly Cebu to Hanoi flights, celebrated at NUSTAR. The move aims to boost tourist exchanges between the Philippines and Vietnam. Read more.
Former Mandaue City Mayor Jonas Cortes asserts the circulated Comelec document is not a final ruling, calls it a deliberate attempt to mislead the public ahead of possible appeal.
Cebu's domestic tourism soared with 102,124 visitors this Christmas, showcasing resilience and readiness for the upcoming 45th ASEAN Tourism Forum. Discover how local travel drives recovery.
Vietnam's tourism booms with 3.5 million arrivals over the New Year holiday. Ho Chi Minh City leads with 1.24 million visitors. Discover the key destinations driving this growth.
Angeles City sees a surprising dip in Korean tourists for late 2025, breaking a seasonal trend. Local businessmen cite high prices and competition from Vietnam and Cambodia. Discover the history and future of the city's vibrant Korean community.
NUSTAR Resort Cebu ushered in 2026 with its 'Carnaval de Luz' celebration, drawing 2,000 guests for music, fireworks, and a message of hope for Cebu's recovery. Discover the highlights and future plans.
Psychic Rudy Baldwin warns 2026 will be a 'bloody year' with pandemic, 'The Big One,' and celebrity deaths. He urges the public to pray his grim predictions don't come true.
Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay receive land titles and Certificates of Condonation, boosting land tenure security and farmer empowerment. Read more.
The Department of Tourism addresses claims it highlights Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco more than destinations. Read its full statement and the critics' concerns.
Vietnam welcomed an estimated 21.5 million international tourists in 2025, generating nearly $40 billion in revenue. Discover the country's ambitious targets for 2026.
Melanie Ng of PCCI-Visayas forecasts a cautiously optimistic 2026 for Cebu and Visayas, driven by tourism recovery, construction, and domestic investment. Read the full outlook.
Cebu's business leaders enter 2026 with measured optimism, prioritizing coordinated, ecosystem-driven growth to overcome climate shocks and structural weaknesses. Discover the plan for resilience.
Davao Tourism Association urges private sector to boost local and international travel. Discover the success of the Davao Tourist Passport with 1.8M views and new member inductees.
Luzviminda Noel, a Cebu tarot and palm reader with 49 years of experience, forecasts a year of success in 2026 with no major disasters. Read her insights on politics and the Sinulog Festival.
Cebu's tourism office is surveying clean, accessible comfort rooms across the island to improve the travel experience. The verified list will be available in 2026.
Davao City's new Roxas Greenway Park is now open, offering a 398-meter green space for fitness and community. Explore the latest addition to the city's sustainable urban development.
Pinterest Predicts 2026 reveals a bold shift from quiet minimalism to maximalist joy, texture, and nostalgia. Discover the key trends, from 'Gimme Gummy' to the rise of brooches in Philippine 'anik-anik' culture.
Pemuteran Village in North Bali earns global recognition as a Best Tourism Village 2025. Discover its coral reef restoration, community-led tourism, and how Filipino travelers can visit visa-free.
Comelec announces holiday break for voter registration for the 2026 Barangay and SK Elections. Over 1 million Filipinos have already applied nationwide. Registration continues until May 2026.